Authentic Leadership Solutions

Ever get so caught up in the details that you miss the big picture? Leaders often hyper-focus on small things, only to be blindsided by what they didn’t see—just like my hotel stay, where I dodged elevators and highways but forgot about the train tracks! ?? Read more on why leaders need to think like a peregrine falcon and zoom out. #Leadership #BigPictureThinking #AuthenticLeadership

Sometimes we hesitate to speak up, assuming it’ll be a hassle—but most of the time, a simple, polite ask gets the job done. Good leaders know when to ask and how to communicate clearly. #Leadership #Communication #SpeakUp #LessonsInTheLittleThings

5AM thoughts from the Airport.

Great leaders don’t cling to the past—they adapt for the future. At Walnut Grove Plantation, I saw how outdated practices—like drinking from pewter cups laced with lead or using unclean meat grinders—harmed people simply because "that’s how it was always done." Leadership is no different. As my friend’s grandfather wisely said: “We should choose the future, not the past, because no idea is eternally useful.” The best leaders challenge old habits, embrace growth, and move forward. ?? #Leadership #Innovation #GrowthMindset

We often preach that employees are our greatest asset, yet our actions prioritize customers at their expense. This article exposes the hidden imbalance in leadership and why trusting and investing in employees first is the key to lasting success. #Leadership #EmployeeEngagement #TrustMatters

Ever notice how no one smiles in traffic? Turns out, a simple smile—whether on your commute or as a leader—can shift the entire mood, making you more approachable and setting a positive tone for those around you. ???? #Leadership #Positivity #LeadByExample

Great leaders don’t assume—they appreciate. This article explores the power of sincere recognition, why it matters, and how a simple "thank you" can make all the difference. #Leadership #Appreciation #AuthenticLeadership

?? Leaders, Get Off the Plane! ???? If you knew your flight had a 100% chance of crashing, would you still board just because you already bought the ticket? Sounds ridiculous, right? Yet, leaders do this all the time—sticking with bad hires, failing projects, and outdated strategies just because they’ve already invested time and money. It’s called the sunk cost fallacy, and it’s a leadership trap. Great leaders know when to cut losses and pivot before the crash. ?? Read more about why it’s time to fire fast and move forward ?? #Leadership #DecisionMaking #SunkCostFallacy #LeadSmart

Leadership Lessons from the Library ?? I hadn’t stepped into a library in decades—last time, it was all card catalogs and microfiche. But walking in recently, I found touchscreens, audiobooks, and even meeting spaces. The library had evolved, but its core purpose remained the same. It got me thinking—how often do we abandon what works in leadership just because something new comes along? Clear communication, relationship-building, and leading by example will always matter, no matter how leadership trends change. Innovation is great, but don’t trade the fundamentals for the latest fad. Some things never go out of style. #Leadership #Growth #TimelessWisdom

Ever played the game of "Go ask your dad" as a kid? It was a clever way to get the answer you wanted—but what happens when that same behavior sneaks into leadership? Triangular communication—where messages get passed through middlemen instead of being addressed directly—creates confusion, weakens authority, and erodes trust. Leaders who avoid direct conversations (or allow employees to "shop around" for different answers) are setting their teams up for failure. ?? It’s time to stop the leadership game of telephone. ?? #Leadership #Communication #AuthenticLeadership #Teamwork #DecisionMaking